2001 Toyota Condor vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep

To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 229 kg more than 2001 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor. 2005 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Condor 2005 Saab 05-Sep
Make Toyota Saab
Model Condor 05-Sep
Year Released 2001 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2290 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 96 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 158 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1426 kg 1655 kg
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 75 L


 

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